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Imagine sitting on the sunny deck with an entire valley and snowcapped mountain range in front of you - add total peace and a big serve of privacy and enjoy your Villa Daphne 'cocktail' A very special home in a very special part of Italy.

Villa Daphne is a 150-year-old stone cottage secluded in a tiny hillside hamlet just outside of the small mountain village of Santa Maria del Molise (population:660) in the region of Molise . It's just 2 hours from Rome, 1.5 hrs from Napoli, Pompei and the beautiful Amalfi coast: just to mention a few of the many major tourist attractions within easy reach. It is the most wonderful base-camp for your Italian holiday!
ABOUT THE AREA - U.S.Today wrote: “The region of Molise, located in central-southern Italy, offers small-town Italian life tucked between the major tourist draws of Abruzzo and Puglia. While Molise lacks major cities and the colossal sites of its neighbors, its rich Sannite and Roman heritage and the churches and castles of its principal towns offer visitors an authentic view of life in Italy's countryside.”
ABOUT THE VILLAGE
My village , Santa Maria del Molise, will give you the chance to experience the Real Italy while still being able to visit the major tourist attractions. The local people here are honest and helpful, some even speak english having returned ‘home’ after immigrating after WW2. The village church has a spring-fed stream in front where the local women still meet to hand-wash their clothes (luckily, you have a new washing machine at Villa Daphne!!) There is also a coffee bar and a wonderful little restaurant in the piazza in front of the church) You can have a picnic on the grass or use the tables next to the little waterfalls and the mill at the entrance to the village.
Luigi’s shop is the closest of 2 shops in the village and is only about 5 minutes walk from Villa Daphne, where you can buy wines, local olive oil, bread, salami, tobacco, etc. He also fills gas bottles.He speaks english and can help you if you get stuck!
The snow-capped Campitello Matese with its ski slopes and mountain tracks, only 20 minutes away across the valley.
There is a limited postal & health service in the village but the nearest town of Bojano (7km) has a large Saturday morning street market, and some big supermarkets like LIDL, a very good hospital, etc.
The nearest city is Isernia(15km) where the interstate trains leave from.
As the village has limited public transport access, you will need your own wheels to get there, and get around. Petrol and GPL service stations are nearby on the main road.
ABOUT THE HOUSE
The house is on 3 levels :
Ground floor : cellar/store room with washing machine, large fridge, 2 portable drying racks, wood shed;
First floor: Entry, living room with comfortable double sofa bed (spring mattress) & single sleeping loft (living room sleeps total 3), reading room with single sofa bed and single sleeping loft (reading room sleeps total 2), bathroom/toilet with bidet , and kitchen/dining room with gas stove, small fridge, wooden table in front of fireplace , timber deck with wooden table and chairs, 1 deckchair;
Second floor: bedroom ( double bed with innerspring mattress, sleeps 2) with en-suite bathroom/toilet and bidet, balcony with view over the valley and door leading onto back lane . (attention - there is a steep staircase from dining area to bedroom)
Other information - For heating during winter, there is a wood burning combustion stove (living rm), a beautiful open fireplace (kitchen/dining rm), wall-mounted bar heaters (bedroom and ensuite bathroom) and towel heaters (in both bathrooms).
The house has double-glazed windows throughout.
The house has the following amenities: Washing machine,Sheets and towels included, 2 x TVs, 2 x DVD players,CD/radio portable stereo ,1 Gas and 1 Wood-fired Cooking stove, gas and woodfired Oven, Microwave, 2 x Fridges with freezer,Coffee maker,Toaster,Kettle ,2 Showers, 1 small Bath tub, 2 Bidets,portable Barbecue ,Board games,Books,Outdoor furniture, Deckchair, Deck umbrella,Iron,Ironing board,2 folding Clothes dryers, Hairdryer,water-filter Vacuum cleaner,Fan,Heating,Wood heating,Portable heater,Working Fireplace ,Smoke detectors.
HOW TO GET THERE To get to the village , it's best to give you directions from the closest city of Isernia (17km from Villa Daphne).
Leave Isernia and follow the SS17 (direction Campobasso / Benevento) for 17km, then take the exit for Indiprete / S. Maria del M aria(there's a bar, carwash on the corner), and after less than 1km , turn right at the S. Maria del Maria road sign, go over the railway lines. Stay on the main road. Go past the cemetary and the trout fishing /restaurant complex in the valley . The road veers left and goes past the dockpond and mill-house.The village piazza has a church , a bar, a restaurant and the communal wash-house.
I will arrange to wait for you in front of the church in the piazza.
The hamlet where Villa Daphne is located is on the outskirts of the village, and has a very steep lane leading up to it, so be ready to use first gear!

This place is wonderful! we has a three week holiday in villa daphne and it was great. It is very well situated in a very small village in the molise to explore the mountains of the Matese, Abruzzo and Majella. Also Rome and Naples/Vesuvio/Pompei can be reached easily. The house itself is very nice, with all the facilities. The pictures speak for themselves. Karin was very helpful in getting us along!

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Beautiful house in the countryside can host 6 people. Three bedroom and one big kitchen. Parking available outside. Pets allowed
Restaurants and grocery stores at 5 minutes distance.
Home made breakfast can be served at request

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Beautiful Old Style House situated in the center of the town in the middle of Italy
Vintage and functional furnishings
Bellissima Casa ristrutturata nel centro medievale del paese
Arredo Vintage e funzionale

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Casa Salonn, our traditional country home, sits just on the outskirts of the town Frosolone. From the house you have spectacular views of the Gonfalone and surrounding villages.
We have recently renovated the house and turned it into a comfortable cozy holiday home. It can easily accommodate 6 people or more.

Traditional old stone house, with outside steps leading up to the main living area.
Upstairs you will find a hallway, kitchen, sitting room with TV, 2 bedrooms and bathroom with shower. Downstairs we have a small old kitchen, 2 new bedrooms and a new bathroom with double shower and washing machine.
The house is very light with windows in every room.
Restaurants, grocery stores, bars and cafes are all in walking distance.

Visit Concetta, this lady makes the most delicious ricotta and mozzarella every day and she is only 1 minute away.
People you will meet are friendly and curious.

We had high expectations for our climbing trip in Frosolone and we met them all :). Frosolone is really nice village right below "Colle dell'Orso" one of the coolest places to climb in Molise. The village is well preserved and listed among the nicest villages in Italy. Good food (try the cheese specialities such as the renowned Caciocavallo), good people and nice location. We happen to be in Frosolone during the first week of August when 2 major events take place ("Festa dei carri" and the super nice "Festa arancione") with lots of street food, people, and music all over the place. Having a comfortable place to sleep turned out to be a smart choice for our trip. The apartment is 5min walking (uphill) distance from the old village centre. It's comfy enough to host a large group of people with 2 bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. The Host welcome was outstanding. We arrived with empty bellies in the evening after a long trip and we found a filled up fridge, and the table packed with fresh vegetables, cheese (caciocavallo, ricotta, scamorze) and salami. Best check in ever! I would definitely recommend Anna's place to all climbers seeking to explore the really nice crags on Colle dell'Orso (the sweet spot is from late spring till late summer/early fall) and to everyone wanting to discover more about the beautiful sights and places that Molise has to offer.

Michele2017-08-06T00:00:00Z

Our stay in Frosolone was so wonderful. We were met by Franca who gave us the keys and showed us around the place. The host was kind enough to leave us fresh local fruit, milk, coffee and the best fresh ricotta made by one of the locals! We felt extremely comfortable and welcomed, the house had modern fitouts and was a pleasurable stay! Frosolone is a beautiful town and the locals were extremely warm and welcoming, we even had fresh tomatoes dropped at our door by one of the neighbours! It was truly an authentic Italian experience! We spent a day in the mountains with a lovely picnic which was just magical, enjoying the most amazing views. Would absolutely recommend this space to anyone looking to see the countryside and enjoy the authenticity of Italy away from the hustle and bustle of the usual tourist destinations. We can't wait to go back again!

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Peaches' House is a stylish accommodation with all the comfort for a truly authentic and romantic experience.
In the heart of Pesche village, one of the best preserved medieval villages in Italy and surrounded by a lush National Reserve, the house offers a breath taking panoramic view of the Matese Mountains, the National Park of Abruzzo-Lazio-Molise's peaks and the Volturno Valley.
The stone house, finely restored, is articulated on three levels all well furnished, panoramic and equipped with every comfort.
On the ground floor, with private entrance, you will find a quaint living room with fireplace and comfortable sofa bed, and a charming bathroom with tub.
On the second floor, where is the main entrance, it is placed a comfortable fully equipped kitchen.
The top floor has a cosy and romantic bedroom with bath / shower and a panoramic balcony. We can add a cot for babies.
The house has an excellent climate: very cool in summer and warm in winter.
It is ideal for couples and families looking for privacy, authenticity and peace.
Is a convenient solution for those who want to give a different touch to their business trips.
Peaches' House is the perfect base to enjoy a holiday in the province of Isernia in the name of tradition, culture, adventure and good food.

Barak greeted us on the day by helping us carry our large suitcases up the road to the house - there was fresh food and even a bottle of local wine to greet us at the flat. He went through the trouble of buying us an internet stick, which was lovely. The location is amazing, the village is very very friendly, and the locals make you feel like you are one of them. Overall: great. We look forward to coming back

Svetoslava2015-08-07T00:00:00Z

The stunning beauty and charm of this house and medieval town are surpassed only by the tremendous hospitality and generosity of Barak and his family. We've already recommended the house to family and friends who live and vacation in the region and will continue to do so. It is an absolute gem! I could go on and on, but suffice to say we had a lovely experience and I consider Barak a new friend.

It was a pleasure visiting this place as it is a medieval village located on a high hill up against a beautiful range of hills. I even enjoyed it so much I made a video to show what it looks like. Sofia is responsive and helpful. Remember, the place is medieval with a touch of modernization. The house has all of the amenities that a couple up to a small family would need; full kitchen, bathroom, shower, desks, table, beds, refrigerator, etc. Just make sure to pack toiletries as if you were camping because if you run out, you'll likely have to go down the mountain to nearest town to find an open store. :-) Check out the video for an awesome view of the place and how to get there (there is generally only one way in unless you hike). htt ps://youtu. be/IpdWl_ Fy9CU (remove spaces) Enjoy your stay.

L'unicità di quest'alloggio è l'accesso privato alle camere fornite rispettivamente da un terrazzino ed un balcone.
The uniqueness of this accomodation is the private entrance to the rooms, both of them provided with a balcony.

We recommend this wonderful place to everyone who is looking for a real authentic Italian community experience. The house lies in the middle of a magical midievel town on top of a mountain close to Bojano. It is very spacious, very cozy and super clean. The people in this town are genuin and friendly. Johanna helpt us very well and she is a very friendly host. You should defenitely try the trattoria Borgo Antico and if you go then say hello to the chefcook Filindo for us. This town has a special place in our hearts.